A patient enters the emergency room with a deep laceration on their arm and is actively bleeding. While preparing to suture the wound, the medical assistant explains the procedure, and the patient extends their arm towards the medical assistant without verbally expressing consent. In this scenario, which type of consent is exemplified by the patient's actions?
The patient's action requires verbal confirmation to establish informed consent.
The patient's action indicates implied consent to the procedure.
This is an example of written consent as the patient is aware of the procedure needed.
The patient's silence suggests that they have refused consent for this procedure.
Implied consent is inferred from the actions, facts, and circumstances of a situation. In emergency situations where the patient is conscious and capable but does not verbally express consent, the extension of an injured arm towards a healthcare provider in preparation for treatment like suturing the wound can be interpreted as implied consent. The patient's action shows cooperation and an understanding of the need for the procedure.
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